Food guide for underweight

* Grains : provide carbohydrates, the primary source of energy at least 6-11 servings per day.
* Fruit and vegetables : provide vitamins and minerals
a good source of fiber which helps reduce cholesterol for healthy skin
, hair and vision.
* Milk : Provide calcium for bone growth and maintenance. Serve1 cup of milk or 2 ounces of cheese for 2-3 times a day.
* Fat : Give them meat and if you are a strict vegetarian give your child 1 egg or tbs of peanut butter. These food product provides protein for building muscle and other important functions in the body.
* Do not restrict fat food and sweets as they provide additional calories.

To end with,childhood is a time when eating behavior changes. Provide your child the best food to grow healthy and wise. Remember, being underweight is not the same as being thin or slender. Some children have a naturally slight built and maintain it with a well-balanced diet and physical activity. This is normal and healthy. However, underweight may be a sign of dietary, health, or emotional problems. So, tackle it with fun diet and help your kid grow well.
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Just balanced diet , exercise and good mental make up will do the trick.
Thanks for the information Neetu ..it is useful for underweight people..but i think some people even after following these things can build the necessary body weight... :)
Thanks Dr.Neetu for sharing useful information on this problem and it's a very big problem in our country!
Thanks for the information,Neetu.Both underweight and overweight are not recommended. :) :)
There is one more thing u can do, but should be careful with this, can have some protein milk or powders along with bit of gym.
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